the underworld
noun
1
: the world of crime and criminals
2
: the place where dead people go in Greek myths
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The location of the remains in a cistern aligns with researchers' theories that, at the time, subterranean structures were believed to be entrances to the underworld.
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Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 14 June 2024
The Maya viewed such subterranean features and water holes—like the nearby Sacred Cenote—as connections to the underworld.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 June 2024
With apologies to Edmonds, the effect is more secret-wellness Eden than the underworld.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Robb Report, 21 May 2024
Yes, like the multi-headed dog protecting the gates of the underworld in Greek mythology.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 9 May 2024
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Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 14 June 2024
The Maya viewed such subterranean features and water holes—like the nearby Sacred Cenote—as connections to the underworld.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 June 2024
With apologies to Edmonds, the effect is more secret-wellness Eden than the underworld.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Robb Report, 21 May 2024
Yes, like the multi-headed dog protecting the gates of the underworld in Greek mythology.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 9 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for the underworld
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“The underworld.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20underworld. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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